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V103 LAG

2000 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

8,209 mi
Last recorded8,209 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV103 LAG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 8,209 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 7,947 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 7,621 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 7,140 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 7,030 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 6,998 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 19 May 2015 6,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 6,766 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 6,766 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 6,459 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2011 6,302 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 6,130 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 6,112 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 5,792 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 5,792 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 5,642 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 5,198 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 4,817 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jun 2005 4,528 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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V103 LAG is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 39,929 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V103 LAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V103 LAG registered?

V103 LAG is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V103 LAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V103 LAG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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